California offers a wide range of live entertainment, from Broadway tours and classic plays to improv and stand-up comedy. Across major cities within the state, audiences can catch beloved productions, new works, and touring comedians in intimate clubs and historic theaters. Whether you’re after a must-see musical or an evening of laughs, there is always a show worth seeing in California — and Vivid Seats makes it easy to find tickets.

Frequently Asked Questions about Theater & Comedy in California

What theater or comedy shows are happening in California this week?

This week’s California highlights include Dancing with the Stars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Hadestown at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco, and comedian Gary Owen at the San Diego Civic Theatre. Dancing with the Stars brings live ballroom spectacle to Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre, Hadestown presents a major stage production at San Francisco’s Orpheum Theatre, and Gary Owen serves up stand-up at the San Diego Civic Theatre. Plan your nights around these varied dance, theater and comedy performances across California.

What theater or comedy shows are happening in California next week?

Next week California comedy fans can see Jo Koy in Fresno at Save Mart Center, Ali Wong in Thousand Oaks at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center - Fred Kavli Theatre, Zakir Khan in San Jose at San Jose Civic and Rene Vaca in San Francisco at SF Masonic Auditorium. For theater lovers Les Miserables plays in San Jose at San Jose Center for Performing Arts.

How can I find theater and comedy shows across California?

Finding theater and comedy across California is easy on Vivid Seats. Use the carousel or filters at the top of this page to browse by show, comedian, city, venue, or date. From touring productions to club sets, explore upcoming performances statewide with real-time ticket availability and seating options.

Can I get last-minute theater or comedy tickets in California?

Yes, you can often find last-minute theater and comedy tickets in California on Vivid Seats. Whether it’s a popular touring musical or a sold-out stand-up set, new listings appear in real time so you can secure verified tickets right up until showtime.

Are theater and comedy tickets in California guaranteed on Vivid Seats?

Absolutely. Every ticket sold on Vivid Seats is backed by our 100% Buyer Guarantee. Your purchase is secure, your tickets will arrive before the event, and they will be valid or your money back — so you can enjoy the show with confidence.

Are fees included in the price I see on Vivid Seats?

Vivid Seats uses All-In Pricing, so you will see the total cost of tickets in California — including fees — upfront as you shop. No surprises at checkout.

What happens if my show in California is canceled or postponed?

If your show is canceled, you will receive a full refund. If the event is postponed or rescheduled, your tickets will remain valid for the new date. For some rescheduled performances, the ticket issuer may reissue tickets with new barcodes; if that happens, we will send updated tickets and notify you to discard the old ones.